Meaning of the word "coeliac disease" in English

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coeliac disease

US /ˈsiːliˌæk dɪˈziːz/
UK /ˈsiː.li.æk dɪˌziːz/
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Noun

a disease in which the small intestine is hypersensitive to gluten, leading to difficulty in digesting food

Example:
People with coeliac disease must follow a strict gluten-free diet.
Early diagnosis of coeliac disease can prevent long-term complications.